Steam turbine imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kenya imported steam turbine worth $6.5 million (171 tonnes). That is 118% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $33.0 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6.5M | 171 t |
| 2023 | $3.0M | 55 t |
| 2022 | $4.3M | 69 t |
| 2021 | $2.0M | 396 t |
| 2020 | $26.6M | 623 t |
| 2019 | $17.2M | 466 t |
| 2018 | $33.0M | 544 t |
| 2017 | $3.4M | 76 t |
Where Kenya imports steam turbine from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 74% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Israel grew fastest (+402% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $4.8M | 74% |
| Israel | $1.4M | 21% |
| United Arab Emirates | $223K | 3.4% |
| Japan | $48K | 0.7% |
| China | $17K | 0.3% |
| Czech Republic | $2K | 0% |
| Turkey | $1K | 0% |
| Hong Kong | $0K | 0% |
| Italy | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 8406
| 8406.82 | Industrial steam turbines (medium power) | 49% |
| 8406.90 | Steam turbine parts | 36% |
| 8406.81 | Industrial steam turbines (high power) | 15% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8406.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $38.06 per kg, 58% above the world average of $24.06. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya steam turbine imports (HS 8406): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 8406: Turbines; steam and other vapour turbines.
Common questions
What is the value of steam turbine imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported steam turbine worth $6.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 171 tonnes. That ranks it 67th of 183 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 118% on 2023.
Which countries supply steam turbine to Kenya?
India was the largest supplier with 74% of the value ($4.8 million), followed by Israel (21%) and the United Arab Emirates (3%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. Israel grew fastest among the top ten, up 402% on the year.
What is the average import price of steam turbine per kg?
The average declared import value was about $38.06 per kg in 2024, 58% above the world average of $24.06 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of steam turbine to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.4 million in 2017 to $6.5 million in 2024, an increase of 94%. The peak was 2018 at $33.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for steam turbine?
The HS code for steam turbine is heading 8406. In Kenya the largest six-digit codes were 8406.82 (49% of the value) and 8406.90 (36%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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